Overview PhD-level researchers at Qorvo will lead advanced MMIC design work for defense, satellite, and next-gen wireless systems. You will blend theory with hands-on fabrication access, guiding architecture and integration of GaN/GaAs (and advanced silicon) circuits. The role emphasizes publishing, presenting, and shaping novel RF/Microwave technologies in a collaborative environment. You'll drive high-impact prototypes, technology roadmaps, and cross-functional collaboration to push the boundaries of MMIC performance.
Compensation / Benefits- Relocation eligible
- Competitive base salary (location dependent)
- Total Rewards package information available on request
- Opportunities to publish and present
- Access to state-of-the-art microwave labs
- Global team collaboration
Responsibilities- Technical lead for MMIC architecture and design research
- Lead MMIC-based product development creating GaN/GaAs circuits (plus advanced silicon)
- Design, simulate, layout, and characterize MMICs (PAs, LNAs, phase shifters, switches, attenuators, multifunction circuits, integration with BAW/SAW)
- Perform nonlinear modeling, 2.5D/3D EM co-simulation, and circuit optimization using ADS, HFSS, Cadence
- Build and validate prototypes in state-of-the-art microwave labs (S-parameter, noise, load-pull, thermal)
- Analyze data and present results to internal/external customers
- Contribute to technology road-mapping, novel circuit architectures, and heterogeneous integration
- Mentor junior engineers and collaborate with cross-functional R&D teams
- Publish design work internally or externally; submit invention disclosures for potential patents
Key requirements- Recent experience designing III-V microwave/mmWave RF/MMIC amplifiers, switches, phase shifters, attenuators, TDUs, multichip modules, or FEMs
- Experience with GaN, GaAs, RF silicon processes
- Expert-level understanding of transistor device behavior
- Expert-level use of ADS or Microwave Office; proficiency with 2.5D/3D EM tools (SONNET, Axiem, Momentum, HFSS)
- Strong microwave measurement and calibration knowledge (S-parameters, power, efficiency, source/load pull, noise figure, linearity, IMD)
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Strong collaboration and mentoring abilities
- Ability to concisely summarize complex concepts
- Customer-focused delivery and meeting schedules
- GaN/GaAs MMIC design (PAs, LNAs, phase shifters, switches, TDUs, FEMs)
- Advanced III-V semiconductor technologies
- 2.5D/3D EM simulation (SONNET, Axiem, Momentum, HFSS)
